427 BBC Transplant [Archive]

SchellSchock

10-09-2002, 08:24 AM

I have a 1966 Vette 427 Engine. It was rebuilt a couple of years ago and I put it in a 65 3/4 Ton P/U. It is fun to drive and suprises a lot of people, (truck is pretty ragged looking), but is way to much motor for the truck. So...... I got to thinking. What if I transplnat it into my boat. It is 2000 21' Glastron with a 5.7GSi 280hp at the prop motor hooked up to a Duoprop drive. The boat weighs in at around 3250# loaded and runs 65 on the GPS now. What are the hurdles I faqce in switching out with the BB. Cam suggestions, manifold, or ???
Thanks

v-drive

10-09-2002, 08:37 AM

I would really like to have that engine.
My 66 lavey came with a 427. The guy I bought
it from bought it for the engine. if you decide
not to do it let me know. bbrosch@cox.net
Oh yeah,it wouldn't be a problem to do what
you want.
:cool: v-drive
[ October 09, 2002, 09:40 AM: Message edited by: v-drive ]

superV

10-09-2002, 09:31 AM

make sure your drive can handel the HPs? What kind is it?

SchellSchock

10-10-2002, 12:14 PM

Drive is a 2000 Volvo Penta SX-DP. Will it handle HP????

v-drive

10-10-2002, 02:18 PM

My knowledge goes back far to be valid so I won't
say anything. I will direct you to the outdrive
tech section of the forum though. I'm certain
someone there can help. Good luck.
p.s. I still want that engine... :cool: v-drive